Introducing the Salle Marcel Sembat

Introducing the Salle Marcel Sembat

The Salle Marcel Sembat is located right in the center of Chalon-sur-Saône. It hosts concerts, shows, plays and numerous events for the general public.

Built in 1970, the new Salle Marcel Sembat follows in the footsteps of the legendary Salle des fêtes Marcel-Sembat, the former grain market that stood on what is now Place de Gaulle. At a meeting held on April 11, 1932, town councillor Rebouillat read out a report which read: “The council has decided to name the salle des fêtes de la Halle aux grains the salle Marcel Sembat”.
No other explanation was given, except perhaps that the two “s “s were soft to the ear, and not open to criticism.
Marcel Sembat, born on October 19, 1862 in Bonnières-sur-Seine and died on September 5, 1922 in Chamonix, was a French socialist politician and minister.

A privileged location

In the heart of the city

The Salle Marcel Sembat is a municipal hall with two configurations:

The “Grande Salle” has a seating capacity of 850 and a “sit/stand” configuration of 1100.

It can host national and international shows, conventions, corporate seminars, dance galas, shows, meetings and conferences.

The “Petite salle”, part of the Salle Marcel Sembat, is reserved more for cocktail parties and other meetings. The small room, with a surface area of 220 m2, can accommodate 200 people standing and 150 seated.

Agenda

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Strategic position

Accessibility: Located in the immediate vicinity of the A6 motorway and the RCEA, Salle Marcel Sembat benefits from excellent road links. What’s more, it’s just a few minutes from the Chalon-sur-Saône SNCF train station, making it easy to get to.
Proximity to major cities: Chalon-sur-Saône is an hour’s drive from Lyon and 1h20 from Paris by TGV, giving it a large catchment area for potential visitors. Dijon and Macon are less than 1 hour’s drive from Salle Sembat, making it easy to attend local events.

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Attractive environment

Burgundy setting: In the heart of Burgundy, famous for its wines and gastronomy, the Parc des Expositions offers a unique setting for combining business and pleasure. Visitors can enjoy the region’s cultural and culinary riches. The city center and cathedral are just a 5-minute walk away, ideal for exploring the city before or after an event.
Accommodation and services: The city of Chalon-sur-Saône offers a wide range of accommodation, from luxury hotels to more affordable B&Bs, as well as numerous restaurants and services to meet all the needs of visitors and exhibitors.